Kenya · Wildlife

4-Hour Nairobi Elephant and Giraffe Conservation Experience

4 Hours Round trip from KWS Central Workshop Gate Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Meet orphaned baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
  • 02 Hear inspiring rescue stories and learn about elephant rehabilitation
  • 03 Interact with endangered Rothschild's giraffes at the Giraffe Center
  • 04 Enjoy face-to-face encounters and feed the towering giraffes

Get up close with two of Nairobi's most beloved conservation experiences on this wildlife outing. Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to meet orphaned baby elephants and hear their inspiring rescue stories, then continue to the Giraffe Center to interact with endangered Rothschild's giraffes. Along the way, learn about the conservation efforts behind both species and enjoy memorable face-to-face encounters with these incredible animals.

Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (1.5 hours) to meet orphaned baby elephants and hear their inspiring rescue stories.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Nairobi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe Center Experience

  • Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (1.5 hours) to meet orphaned baby elephants and hear their inspiring rescue stories. Learn about the conservation efforts for these elephants and their rehabilitation process.

  • Explore Giraffe Haven (1.5 hours) as you head to the Giraffe Center to interact with the endangered Rothschild's giraffes. Feed them and learn about their conservation and unique behaviors.

  • Relax and enjoy the surroundings (1 hour). Take time to appreciate the natural beauty of the area, explore the surroundings, and enjoy a peaceful moment with the wildlife.

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elelphant Nursery, Giraffe Center, Nairobi

Where this trip takes you

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elelphant Nursery, Giraffe Center, Nairobi

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from KWS Central Workshop Gate 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Friendly, knowledgeable local guide.
  • Personal attention from a local guide.
  • Personal storytelling and wildlife facts.
  • Assistance with photography and site navigation.
  • Great conversation and flexibility.

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees (to be paid directly at each site): Giraffe Centre: $15 per person. Elephant Orphanage and National Park gate: the elephant orphanage is inside Nairobi National Park, so it requires two entrance fees - one at the National Park gate ($43) and one for the elephant orphanage ($20). Advance booking is needed 2 days prior, and I can assist with booking.
  • Transport: Uber or other ride services to be paid by the guests, estimated cost $10-$20 round trip.

What to bring

  • Carry your passport/identification card.
  • Carry some cash.
  • Comfortable shoes.

Know before you go

If you're looking for an interactive wildlife encounter, join me for this unforgettable experience.

The guide's entrance fee is included in the tour price.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Jeevanjee Gardens, Monrovia Street, Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
KWS Central Workshop Gate, Magadi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in KWS Central Workshop Gate.

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